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Sales Development Representative - Internship

CompanySumUp
LocationMilan
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 16, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Sales Development Representative will reach out to small businesses through calls, messages, and emails, serving as the first impression of SumUp. They will book meetings for the field sales team and support them in closing deals.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
3822
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
SumUp is a leading global fintech company committed to levelling the playing field for small businesses. Founded in 2012, we’re the trusted partner of over 4 million merchants in 37 markets, providing simple and affordable tools that help them manage payments, finance, and customer relationships. Our vision is a world where everyone can build a thriving business. Guided by this, we champion small business ownership by creating accessible solutions that empower entrepreneurs to grow and succeed. Our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers — representing more than 90 nationalities across 20 offices worldwide — is at the heart of our success. Beyond business, we donate 1% of the net revenue generated by Solo devices to environmental causes and support educational and entrepreneurial initiatives around the world. Recognised as a Top Global Employer for inclusion by the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index in 2022 and 2023, and awarded Fintech Diversity Initiative of the Year at the Irish National Fintech Awards in 2025, SumUp continues to build an inclusive, supportive, and purpose-driven workplace where everyone belongs.
About the Role
<p class="p1">🚀<strong> Sales Development Representative (Internship)</strong></p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p3">📍 <strong>Milan, Italy</strong><br>🕒 <strong>6 months, full-time (onsite)</strong></p> <p class="p4">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p3">Want to kickstart your sales career and make an impact from day one? At <strong>SumUp</strong>, you’ll connect with small businesses across Italy, learn the art of sales, and build real skills in communication and business development — all while helping us empower entrepreneurs.</p> <p class="p4">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p5">💼<strong> What You’ll Do</strong></p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li3">Reach out to small businesses via calls, messages, and emails.</li> <li class="li3">Be the <strong>first impression of SumUp</strong> — start conversations and spark interest.</li> <li class="li3">Learn our products inside-out and explain how we help small businesses grow.</li> <li class="li3">Book meetings for our field sales team and support them in closing deals.</li> <li class="li3">Spot customer needs and position SumUp as the perfect fit.</li> </ul> <p class="p4">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p5">🙌<strong> What We’re Looking For</strong></p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li3">A <strong>proactive, curious, and ambitious</strong> mindset.</li> <li class="li3">Strong communication skills in <strong>Italian and English</strong>.</li> <li class="li3">Someone who enjoys talking to people and loves a challenge.</li> <li class="li3">Tech-savvy and comfortable with tools like Microsoft Office (bonus if you’ve tried CRM tools).</li> <li class="li3">Any previous sales or customer-facing experience is a plus — but not required!</li> </ul> <p class="p4">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p5">🌟<strong> Why Join Us?</strong></p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <ul class="ul1"> <li class="li3">Make a <strong>real impact</strong> on small businesses.</li> <li class="li3">Hands-on training and experience in sales, from cold calls to closing support.</li> <li class="li3">Be part of a <strong>global, supportive, and fun team</strong>.</li> <li class="li3">Learn fast, grow faster — <strong>top interns may be offered full-time roles</strong>.</li> </ul> <p class="p4">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p3"><span class="s2">👉</span> Ready to jump in? Apply now and help shape the future of small business with SumUp.</p> <p class="p3">&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About SumUp:</strong></p> <p>We believe in the everyday hero. Small business owners are at the heart of all we do, so we're creating tools that help them run their businesses. With a founder’s mentality and a 'team-first' attitude, our diverse teams across Europe, South America, and the United States work together to ensure that the small business owners we partner with can be successful doing what they love.</p> <p><em>SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. SumUp does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. SumUp also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind.</em></p> <p><em>SumUp will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate.</em></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>Job Application Tip</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.</span></p></div>
Key Skills
SalesCommunicationBusiness DevelopmentCustomer NeedsTech-SavvyMicrosoft OfficeCRM Tools
Categories
SalesCustomer Service & SupportMarketing